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Why Use a Helical Pier Foundation for Your Renewable Project?

Helical piers are the faster, easier, more environmentally-friendly foundation for America's renewable energy generation. From solar farms and battery energy storage to the supporting transmission and distribution infrastructure, meet the better way to build our energy dominance. 

    Installs more than 90% faster than concrete, uses over 160% less raw material

    Delivers tremendous structural capacity for compression, tension, and lateral loads

    High performance even in weak, saturated, or poor-quality soil conditions

    Trusted, respected, and approved by engineers across the United States (and the world)

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What Renewable Energy Projects Can Helical Piers Support?

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Battery Energy Storage

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Carbon Capture & Storage

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Wind Turbines

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Large-Scale Solar

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Transmission & Distribution

Why Choose a Helical Foundation for Your Renewable Energy Project?

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Installs faster than poured concrete or driven piles and has immediate load-bearing capacity

Outstanding resistance to heaving or shifting in expansive, frost-prone soil conditions

Enjoy long-term performance with a service lifespan that can reach over 100 years

Wildly versatile, highly customisable, easily adaptable to virtually any renewable energy project

Can be installed through inclement weather conditions, reduces foundation delays

More environmentally-friendly than concrete, delivers even more strength with less material

A history of durable and dependable performance in the most challenging conditions offers

Environmental Impact of Helical Pier Foundations (Compared to Concrete)

  • Uses over 160% less raw material

  • More than 75% fewer CO2 emissions

  • Equivalent of removing 190+ cars from the road

  • Installation requires significantly less equipment

  • Eliminates disruptive excavation and vibrations

  • 100% removable and recyclable

*Statistics based on figures in our research here

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Supporting All Types of American Energy Dominance

While our team may have gotten a start in the oil and gas industry, we're dedicated to supporting all forms of American energy dominance. We've installed thousands of helical piers for renewable energy projects, ensuring that no matter what form our energy takes it'll be delivering power for the long-haul.

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FAQ: Helical Pier Foundations for Renewable Energy

  • Can my *insert project here* use helical piers?

    Maybe! In order for us to tell you whether or not helical piers will work for your project, we need to understand your unique needs and challenges.
    No two projects are alike. Before we can tell you if helical piers will (or won't) work for you, our team of experts will need to have a chat and take a look at your project first. 
    Good news is, we're always happy to chat! Scroll down to find our contact info and get in touch.

  • Are helical piers strong enough for large-scale renewable projects?

    Absolutely. Helical piers aren't a "fringe technology", they're a tried-and-true foundation solution that's been supporting structures in the toughest conditions since the early 1830's. 
    In fact, there's lighthouses over 140 years old that are still standing on wrought-iron helical piers! With the advanced materials and installation methods we have today, a helical pier foundation can comfortable support a structure of 1,000,000lbs and beyond.

  • Do I need special permits to use a helical pier foundation?

    In most areas of the United States, helical piers are recognized as a valid (and desirable) deep-foundation solution. Chances are excellent you won't have any issues having a helical pier solution approved for your project.
    However, in the rare instance you do run into problems, our team is outstanding at helping helical foundations receive engineering approval. Get in touch with us if you'd like to know more.

  • How long does it take to install a helical pier foundation?

    There's many factors that influence how long it takes to install a helical pier. The type of structure you're building, conditions at your site, configuration of the foundation, and so on. 
    On average however, helical piers will be faster than driven piers and much faster than cast concrete.

  • How do I get a foundation for my renewable project?

    It's easy! Get in touch with our team of foundation experts using the form below. We make getting a durable and long-lasting foundation for your renewable energy project a breeze from start to finish.

Contact The S&B Helical Team

Need a foundation estimate for your project? Looking for helical foundation design and engineering? Have a question about helical piers? We're here to help, get in touch.

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